54 Anthony Street Austin, TX 78702 CASE #C15-2022-0018 F-7/1-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY - VARIANCE REQUEST Requesting a variance from City of Austin Land Development Code: 1) Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet (required) to 10.3 feet (requested) 2) b) Section 25-2-943 (Substandard Lot) (1) (a) to decrease the minimum Lot Size requirements from 4,000 square feet (required) to 3,380 square fee F-7/2-PRESENTATION CURRENT CONDITIONS (FRONT OF LOT) F-7/3-PRESENTATION CURRENT CONDITIONS (REAR OF LOT) F-7/4-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY – KEY FACTORS SUBSTANDARD LOT SIZE OF 3,380 SQUARE FEET BUILDABLE AREA REDUCED BY AE EASEMENT (SIDE) - 1,035 SF BEACH FRONT OVERLAY REDUCES IMPERVIOUS COVER TO 40% PROTECTED PECAN TREES IN THE MIDDLE THE LOT (REAR) LEGAL LOT PER 1995 PLATTING RULE PLATTING EXCEPTION FEW OPTIONS TO BUILD WITHOUT VARIANCE APPROVAL CURRENT STRUCTURES ARE IN SEVERE NEED OF DEMO PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT HAS NEIGHBORHOOD SUPPORT F-7/5-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY – FESTIVAL BEACH OVERLAY F-7/6-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY – ORIGINAL 1910 PLAT F-7/7-PRESENTATION REASONABLE USE This lot is considered to be a substandard lot / "small lot" per LCD 25-2-943, section (B) (1) (A). Per the survey the entire lot stands at a total of 3,380 SF. This is probably one of the smallest lots existing in Austin. The owner is requesting to build a modest home for his family and only asking for leniency as far as the current SF3 lot size requirement and for a reasonable reduction of 15 feet from the standard front yard setback. In order to build a livable space for a single family, the additional square footage is undoubtably necessary. F-7/8-PRESENTATION HARDSHIP This substandard lot has always been used as a single family residence since the early 1940s. The original structures of a single family 480 SF home and 162 SF garage still exist. This particular lot runs along a side alley on the north side of lot also which has a 15 foot electrical easement. Per current building requirements and the Austin Energy Criteria Manual, this reduces the buildable area by an approximate 1,040 due to the newly adopted requirement by AE. F-7/9-PRESENTATION NOT GENERAL TO THE AREA A majority of the lots in this neighborhood are at or above minimum lot sizes per COA LDC. There are only a few small lots in the Holly Neighborhood plan …
607 E 49th St Case C15-2022-0019 Shelley & Andrew Thompson F-8/1-PRESENTATION Hardship Request This ADU is intended for our teen daughter She has a diagnosed mental health disability She receives support services from the Texas Workforce Commission The ADU is a potential home, or transitional housing, for her We work from home advising physicians and institutions on rare diseases F-8/2-PRESENTATION Background & Requests • House constructed in 2004 without a permit for the garage • Sold to us in 2017 without any disclosure of permit status • There is a bonus room above the garage, measuring approx. 864 sq ft. It is enclosed and climate-controlled • We request two variances: 1. an increase in FAR to a total of 45.7% (max=40%), and 2. an allowance of a 2nd-floor room, that measures approx. 864 sq ft (max=550 sq ft) F-8/3-PRESENTATION Site Plan F-8/4-PRESENTATION House & Detached Garage F-8/5-PRESENTATION No Parking Issues: Room for 5 cars • The garage parks 3 cars • And a parking pad at front of house (shown) • Plus a second parking pad at back of house F-8/6-PRESENTATION Bonus Room above Garage F-8/7-PRESENTATION Architect’s Plan F-8/8-PRESENTATION Austin Energy Approved F-8/9-PRESENTATION Hyde Park Neighborhood Assoc Design Review Committee’s Comments F-8/10-PRESENTATION Neighbors Approve F-8/11-PRESENTATION
AGENDA BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT March 14, 2022 at 5:30PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Board of Adjustment may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To participate/speak remotely you will have to register with the Liaison via email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-2202. You must register before 12p.m. the day before the meeting, Sunday, March 13, 2022. ___Thomas Ates ___Brooke Bailey ___Jessica Cohen (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair) ___Barbara Mcarthur ___Rahm McDaniel ___Darryl Pruett EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Board of Adjustment may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 CALL TO ORDER ___Agustina Rodriguez ___Richard Smith ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Nicholl Wade ___Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. A. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM Staff requests approval February 14, 2022 draft minutes A-1 On-Line Link: Item A-1 B. C. D. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM B-1 Staff and Applicant requests for postponement and withdraw of items posted on this Agenda SIGNS NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS C-1 C16-2022-0002 Clay Hardman for Campus Investors Austin, LP 2323 San Antonio Street On-Line Link: Item C-1; NO PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs) (H) to allow for illumination of a blade sign in order to provide signage for The Castilian in a “CS-1-NP & CS-NP”, General Commercial Services - Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West University Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development …
February 24, 2022 Clay Hardman 9980 Bammel N Houston Rd Houston, TX 77086 Re: C16-2022-0002 Property Description: LOT 25-28 *LESS N5 FT OLT 36 DIV D HORSTS LOUIS SUBD Dear Clay, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from LDC 25-10-133(H) – University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Cody Shook, Planner II Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6881
ADDENDUM AGENDA BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT March 14, 2022 at 5:30PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Board of Adjustment may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To participate/speak remotely you will have to register with the Liaison via email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-2202. You must register before 12p.m. the day before the meeting, Sunday, March 13, 2022. ___Thomas Ates ___Brooke Bailey ___Jessica Cohen (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair) ___Barbara Mcarthur ___Rahm McDaniel ___Darryl Pruett EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Board of Adjustment may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 ___Agustina Rodriguez ___Richard Smith ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Nicholl Wade ___Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) G-6 Discussion and possible action regarding the budget memo email distributed by NEW BUSINESS the City Clerk’s office ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days before the meeting date. Please call or email Board Liaison Elaine Ramirez, Development Services, at 512-974-2202 / elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov or Board Secretary Diana Ramirez, Development Services, at 512-974-2241 / diana.ramirez@austintexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Board of Adjustment, please contact Board Liaison, Elaine Ramirez, Development Services, at 512-974-2202 / elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov G. H.
March 9, 2022 Bhavani Singal 3701 Robbins Rd Austin TX, 78730 Re: C15-2022-0021 Property Description: ABS 437 SUR 1 JETT J ACR 0.50 OR LOT B OAK SHORES UNRECORDED Dear Bhavani, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from LDC Sections 25-2-492 and 25-2-551. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Cody Shook, Planner II Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6881
March 9, 2022 Bhavani Singal 3701 Robbins Rd Austin TX, 78730 Property Description: ABS 437 SUR 1 JETT J ACR 0.50 OR LOT B OAK SHORES UNRECORDED Re: C15-2022-0021 Dear Bhavani, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from LDC Sections 25-2-492 and 25-2-551. Austin Energy cannot approve the variance request until your plans show that any proposed construction meets a minimum fifteen-foot clearance from the nearest outside conductor of any existing overhead electric facility on or adjacent to the project site. Once this clearance is shown, and if the project adheres to Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements, Austin Energy can approve this request. Please note that any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Cody Shook, Planner II Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6881
TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: M E M O R A N D U M Mayor and Council January 14, 2022 Denise Lucas, Director, Development Services Department Update on Resolution No. 20211014-045 – Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program On October 14, 2021, City Council adopted Resolution No. 20211014-045 directing the City Manager to explore the creation of a Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program (BAAP) for residential homestead applicants who are requesting a hardship variance or special exception. The resolution contemplates the creation of a BAAP fund to support fee waivers or reductions for applicants who meet the eligibility criteria; as well as pro bono assistance with navigating the application process and subsequent proceedings. To meet the requirements outlined in this resolution, staff is working with the Financial Services Department to identify a funding source. In addition, staff is working with the procurement office to develop a process to procure pro-bono legal services. Staff does not anticipate completing all the components of the Council direction until May 2022 at which time a full response will be provided. Should you have questions or need additional information, please contact Doron Silberstein, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager, at doron.silberstein@austintexas.gov or (512) 978-1732. cc: Spencer Cronk, City Manager Rodney Gonzales, Assistant City Manager
MEMORANDUM ______ February 2, 2022 Boards and Commissions Kerri Lang, FSD - Budget Officer FY 2022-23 Budget Process and Calendar TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Resident and stakeholder feedback on budget priorities, including input from the City’s various boards and commissions, remains a key component of the annual budget development process. The FY 2021-22 Budget included investments in community priorities such as, critical infrastructure, cultural and creative spaces, and a renewal in our commitment to advancing progress within the transformative Reimagining Public Safety (RPS) framework. Since the 3.5% tax revenue cap took effect in FY 2020-21, the City has implemented measures aimed at flattening the organization’s cost curve, as well as identifying potential new revenue streams. These measures have helped allow the City to propose a balanced budget. However, the financial outlook for the City continues to project expenditures exceeding revenue. Thus, it remains crucial to focus recommendations and to provide feedback on the efficiency, equity, and effectiveness of the City’s existing services and programs. As in previous years, the Budget Office will coordinate with City departments to review recommendations passed by boards and commissions. We are requesting recommendations be submitted online at www.austintexas.gov/budget. All recommendations must be received by March 31, 2022. This will allow the Budget Office the necessary time to review the recommendations with Department staff. For your information, the Council-approved calendar for the FY 2022-23 budget is shown below: • March 31 • May 6 • July 15 • July 27 • August 17 Board and Commission recommendations due to the Budget Office Department budgets due to the Budget Office Presentation of the FY 2022-23 Proposed Budget to City Council Community Input Session Budget Adoption Additional information can be found at www.austintexas.gov/budget. Should you have any questions, please contact our office at BudgetQA@austintexas.gov. cc: Spencer Cronk, City Manager Assistant City Managers Ed Van Eenoo, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services Department
E-1/1-LATE BACKUP E-1/2-LATE BACKUP From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Aylin Thomas Case Number C15-2022-0020 Saturday, March 05, 2022 2:32:34 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Thank you, Matt and Aylin Thomas 911 Retama Street Austin TX 78704 Hi Elaine, We are in favor of Valerie and John Meddaugh’s application for variance at 800 Bouldin Ave in order to increase the heigh limit of an elevator shaft to erect an elevator for a SF Residence. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. E-1/3-LATE BACKUP E-1/4-LATE BACKUP
E-2/1-LATE BACKUP E-2/2-LATE BACKUP E-2/3-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Rick Swisher Ramirez, Elaine Case C15-2022-0021 Wednesday, March 09, 2022 3:43:35 PM 3701 Oak Shores C15-2022-0021.pdf *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I have attached the requested form to this email and thought it might help to put the verbiage in the body of this email as well. I appreciate your consideration and marked the form “I do not Support” that is not 100% accurate. I only wish there to be consideration to insure there is not a parking issue on this narrow street and this steep curve. If there is no off-street parking made available at this lot, there will be issues. Currently when a car is parked on the asphalt at this lot, it blocks over ½ of the street making it dangerous for a car coming down the hill by needing to be on the wrong side of the street during this steep blind curve. COMMENTS: Regarding the proposed variances for case C15-2022-0021 I have one concern. The requested 15’ front yard setback should be reviewed as per my comments below. There is a unique issue with this project. Robbins Road is a narrow, non-standard road only 18 feet wide. This is barely enough for two cars to pass plus this property is on a steep curve that causes additional issues for parked cars. Most of us living on this street have either provided for extra parking off the street on our property, or the ROW, to add gravel so guests have room to park off the road. While I do not know where the front/street property line starts, I would suggest you review it to insure there is enough room to add such a parking area. It is quite possible this can be achieved and allow the 15’ setback variance but should be reviewed and be part of your consideration. In addition to owning a home on the street, I was the builder of a neighboring home at 3605 Robbins Road where a variance was granted allowing a similar front yard variance. In the case of the 3605 Robbins granted variance, it was to allow a below street grade garage with parking on top that allows for off street parking for guests. Richard Swisher 3601 Robbins Road CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution …
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Janet Dunkelberg Ramirez, Elaine Case Number C15-2022-0024 Wednesday, March 09, 2022 5:12:31 PM 2206 S 3rd.pdf *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Elaine - We support the granting of this variance. However, I feel obliged to point out that our property is well over 500 feet from the proposed development. Janet Dunkelberg cell 512-413-9534 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. E-4/1-LATE BACKUP E-4/2-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Reed Duke Ramirez, Elaine 2206 S. 3rd St. Tuesday, March 08, 2022 5:01:59 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I object to their proposal Sent from my iPad CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. E-4/3-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Lisa Weinberger Ramirez, Elaine Case C15-2022-0024 Wednesday, March 09, 2022 12:29:39 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. Sent from my iPhone E-4/4-LATE BACKUP
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CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet C-1 DATE: March 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C16-2022-0002 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___-____Barbara Mcarthur OUT ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___-____Michael Von Ohlen OUT ___Y____Nicholl Wade ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___-____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Y____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Clay Hardman OWNER: Campus Investors Austin, LP ADDRESS: 2323 SAN ANTONIO ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs) (H) to allow for illumination of a blade sign in order to provide signage for The Castilian in a “CS-1-NP & CS-NP”, General Commercial Services - Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West University Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-133 University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning Districts Signs (H) states a sign may not be illuminated or contain electronic images or moving parts BOARD’S DECISION: March 14, 2022 APPLICANT NO SHOW -Board Member Brooke Bailey motions to postpone to April 11, 2022; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 10-0 vote; POSTPONED TO APRIL 11, 2022. FINDING: 1. The variance is necessary because strict enforcement of the Article prohibits and reasonable opportunity to provide adequate signs on the site, considering the unique features of a site such as its dimensions, landscape, or topography, because: OR, 2. The granting of this variance will not have a substantially adverse impact upon neighboring properties, because: OR, 3. The granting of this variance will not substantially conflict with the stated purposes of this sign ordinance, because: AND, 4. Granting a variance would not provide the applicant with a special privilege not enjoyed by others similarly situated or potentially similarly situated, because: ______________________________ ____________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Madam Chair
